The Italian Cultural Foundation at Casa Belvedere seeks to preserve, promote and celebrate the rich heritage of Italy by encouraging an appreciation of the Italian language, arts, literature, history, fashion, cuisine and commerce through educational programs, exhibits and events. This myriad of activities, programs and classes take place in a New York City Landmark building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, aptly named Casa Belvedere.

Casa Belvedere, or “house with a beautiful view”, is located atop Grymes Hill, Staten Island, NY and boasts the most spectacular views of New York City and The Verrazano Narrows bridge.

With its lavish grounds and rich history, Casa Belvedere sits on nearly three acres, once the country home of the Roebling-Stirn family originally built in 1908.

Help this non-profit, fledgling organization raise some much needed funds by bidding on one or more of their attractive auction items at www.charitybuzz.com/casabelvedere

Items Include:

An incredible, all inclusive dinner for Eight at Ristorante Caterina de'Medici at The Colavita Center for Italian Food and Wine, Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, N.Y.

A table for six at The Belvedere Club’s intimate, arts & crafts style, Chef’s room with a beautiful view. This Chef's Tasting and Wine-Pairing dinner will be prepared and presented by renowned Executive Chef Stefano Sena.

A Tasting Dinner for 6 people – with wine pairings – in the Chef's Room at Ryland Inn in Whitehouse Station, NJ.

Dinner for 6 people in your own home, on your own yacht or private jet with Chef Pasquale Martinelli, Celebrity Chef and Founder of Warm Palate.

A Private Collection of Wines from Tuscany, Piemonte and Veneto.

Proceeds raised go towards the continued preservation and restoration of the 14,000 square foot Landmark Building and towards the preservation and celebration of a centuries old and rich culture.

For more information on the many activities, programs and special events held at Casa Belvedere, or for information on The Belvedere Club membership, call 718-273-7660.

For more information on Thursday and Friday evening a la carte dinner open to the public for a limited time, call 718-420-6040,

note: reservations are required.

The venue is also available for private and corporate events, visit www.casa-belvedere.org